Carolyn Wong Simpkins
About Carolyn Wong Simpkins
Carolyn Wong Simpkins serves as the Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Health Catalyst and has held various leadership roles at Bmj since 2011. With extensive experience in healthcare and a strong focus on health IT and system redesign, she is dedicated to improving health outcomes through innovative solutions.
Work at Health Catalyst
Carolyn Wong Simpkins has served as the Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Health Catalyst since 2017. In this role, she focuses on advancing the integration of medical informatics to enhance healthcare delivery. Her tenure at Health Catalyst spans seven years, during which she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes through data-driven solutions.
Current Roles at Bmj
At Bmj, Carolyn Wong Simpkins holds multiple positions, including Global Lead for Bmj Outcomes since 2015 and Clinical Director and General Manager for North America since 2011. Her involvement with Bmj began in 2007, and she has held various roles, including General Manager and Head of Business Development for North America. Her extensive experience at Bmj highlights her leadership in health outcomes and business development.
Education and Expertise
Carolyn Wong Simpkins has a robust educational background, having studied at Duke University, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and Stanford University. She earned a Doctor of Medicine and a Doctorate in Philosophy from Duke University, along with a Bachelor of Science from Stanford University. Her expertise includes health IT, user experience in healthcare, and health system redesign, with a focus on adapting global health solutions to local contexts.
Professional Background
Carolyn Wong Simpkins has a diverse professional background, including experience as a Physician and Medical Director at Greenville Health System from 2003 to 2005. She also served as an AAAS Congressional Science Fellow and Legislative Assistant in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1999 to 2000. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to healthcare improvement and policy.
Achievements in Healthcare Innovation
Carolyn Wong Simpkins has demonstrated a strong passion for implementing radical paradigm shifts in healthcare. She has a proven ability to manage diverse stakeholders and bring complex visions from concept to execution. Her work includes solution development, electronic workflow integration, and product launch, all aimed at enhancing health outcomes and experiences.